HDTVs have evolved rapidly since their introduction. Already we've gone through four main formats, plus massive size decreases since those giant CRTs from years ago. HDTVs are now the size of a framed painting (and about as wide).
Whether you are planning on building a home theater, watching sports, or sitting your kids in front of Spongebob, there are myriad choices in HDTVs today. We're here to help you navigate the sometimes murky waters of the technological landscape. Have a look at our list (with corresponding reviews) and see if you find something you like . . .

Ten Hot HDTVs

As usual Vizio has found the sweet spot between value and performance with the 55-inch M551D-A2R. Read on to see how this TV matches up to other top-performing HDTVs. Read more here.

10 Hot HDTVs

The Sharp LC-60LE650U LED/LCD HDTV definitely brings a lot to the table for a television at its price. However, as Adrienne Maxwell discovered during her review , there are some notable shortcomings.

10 Hot HDTVs

The LG 55LA7400 would make a great all-purpose TV for a more casual viewing environment. On the other hand, it's a great fit for a living room or family room where it will get a lot of daytime use for HDTV, sports, and gaming. Here's our review.

10Ten Hot HDTVs

Adrienne Maxwell takes the Samsung UN55F8000 LED/LCD HDTV and puts it through its paces during her review. After putting it to the test, Maxwell came away with some pleasant thoughts about the television. Here's the review.

10 Hot HDTVs

The Panasonic TC65ZT60 plasma is the top of the line offering from the company, which is something to take seriously given Panasonic's reputation for plasma displays. Here's our review.

10 Hot HDTVs

The Panasonic TC-P60VT60 is simply an exceptional performer that produces a gorgeous reference-quality image, with very deep blacks, rich contrast, great detail and accurate color. Here's the review.

10 Hot HDTVs

The Samsung UN85S9 a real product in the marketplace today - a television that has the ability to resolve video in ways that few other products can and is helping engineers and filmmakers alike suss out the exciting, higher-resolution future of video. Read our review.

10 Hot HDTVs

Once again, Panasonic has thrown down the gauntlet with the Panasonic TC-P60ST60 Series, providing stiff competition for the other TVs that are reviewed as the year goes on. Read the review.

10 Hot HDTVs

Going further, while the Panasonic TC-P65VT50 may be expensive for a plasma, it carries a lower price tag than many 65-inchers in the LED/LCD space...and performs better. Read our review.

10 Hot HDTVs

It doesn't quite match up with the best plasmas in terms of black level and overall contrast, but the Sony XBR-55X900A calibrates very well and has better bright room, 3D, and audio performance than the VT60. review.